Pride Month may be over, but its purpose and mission never stop. A testament to that are the artworks of the late Filipino modern and contemporary abstract painter Justin Nuyda. To wrap up June, the Nuyda Estate released open edition archival prints of the artist’s “Pride.” “My father has...
In commemoration of the birth anniversary of Filipino hero Dr. Jose Rizal on June 19, 2025, the Baguio Museum unveiled a thought-provoking exhibition titled “Rizal: Indio-Genius ng Ating Lahi.” Curated by the venerable National Artist for Film Kidlat Tahimik, the show offers a powerful tribute...
The Manila Prince Hotel is proud to host HATCH Emergence: A Fusion of Filipino Street Art, an eye-catching exhibit that celebrates the bold creativity of both seasoned and emerging Filipino artists. Running until July 31, 2025, the exhibit transforms the hotel’s window display into a vibrant...
They say if walls could talk, they’d reveal stories untold—of moments and memories long past. That sentiment rings especially true for the walls of Solidaridad, a quiet, unassuming bookstore tucked away in Ermita, Manila City. Established in 1965 by the late National Artist for Literature...
Workshops, international guest galleries, and works by up-and-coming artists are just some of the enticing offerings for the upcoming Modern and Contemporary Art Festival (MoCAF). It’s a remarkable event that allows artists, old and new, to share their craft. You might also find future household...
Pompompurin, the chunky golden retriever with a love for pudding, has dominated this year’s favorite Sanrio mascot poll. Since 1986, Japanese entertainment company Sanrio has held a character poll contest to determine which of their mascots has garnered the most fans worldwide. This year, over...
Senator Loren Legarda has reiterated the need to raise the literacy levels of young Filipinos and instill cultural pride among them. At the launch of Wikaharian 2, Legarda said it is important to prepare the country’s youth for global competitiveness by ensuring they can read, understand, and...
Dubbed the “Queen of Philippine Horror Stories,” Palanca award-winning writer Yvette Tan once again invites readers into her chilling world, seamlessly blending modern-day settings with the eerie mysteries of Filipino folklore in her latest book, “Insect Hag and Other Stories.” This...
Movies are an essential tool in forming compassion for others. There are ways a film can move us deeply whenever we find ourselves engrossed in its story. During divisive times, cinema can be effective in sharing the backgrounds of the marginalized, in this case, the LGBTQIA+ community. In...
Historical fiction, sci-fi, and “the road novel” are three established subgenres of fiction—and here are three that explore what happens when you “go literary” on them. “Eden’s Shore” by Oisín Fagan Set at the close of the 18th century, one could say this is Oisin getting closer to...
International performers from Taiwan headlined the 2025 Lunar New Year Goodwill Mission Asia Tour on February 15, 2025, at the UST Medicine Auditorium. Featuring musicians from multiple genres of music, the said Asia Tour is a partnership among the Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC) of...
The Philippines proudly marked its official National Day at Expo 2025 Osaka with a vibrant celebration that honored the country’s enduring spirit of unity, creativity, and cultural pride. Led by the Philippine Organizing Committee (POC) through the Department of Tourism (DOT), the Tourism...
